Fire Fighting Technician cum Driver

About the role

Careers International is hiring a Fire Fighting Technician cum Driver in Dubai. The role covers inspection, preventive maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and rectification of fire protection systems at client sites, while also supporting the transport of manpower, tools and materials to project locations. It requires hands-on technical expertise across multiple fire protection system brands and a valid UAE driving licence.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of fire fighting systems
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair and commission fire protection systems in line with relevant standards and client requirements
• Diagnose and fix faults in fire alarm panels, detectors, sounders, modules, extinguishing systems, pumps, hydrants, sprinklers and hose reels
• Maintain fire pumps, jockey pumps, sprinkler systems, hydrant networks and clean agent suppression systems
• Prepare service reports, inspection checklists and maintenance records
• Ensure compliance with UAE Civil Defence regulations, NFPA standards and company HSE requirements
• Coordinate with supervisors and clients on maintenance schedules, site observations and rectification needs
• Attend emergency breakdown calls and provide prompt technical support

Required profile

• ITI/Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification
• Minimum 3-5 years of UAE/GCC experience in fire fighting and fire alarm system maintenance projects
• Experience across commercial, residential, industrial and healthcare facilities
• Valid UAE driving licence (mandatory)
• Good communication skills and professional interaction with clients
• Preferred: immediate joiner, UAE Civil Defence-approved technician certification, ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Required skills

• Hands-on maintenance of multiple fire fighting system brands, including Honeywell, Notifier, Siemens, Edwards, GST, Apollo, Hochiki, Simplex, Kentec, Zeta, NAFFCO and others
• Strong knowledge of AMC operations, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting